5 Stunning Corporate Retreat Locations in Ohio for your Next Offsite
Bring your team together and discover the allure of Ohio, the Buckeye State, for your next corporate retreat!
With its diverse landscapes and rich history, Ohio provides the ideal setting to break free from the office routine.
Are you ready to dive into Ohio’s nature, historic charm, and exciting team-building activities? Then join us at TeamOut as we explore the reasons why Ohio stands out as a perfect location.
Boost team morale, foster creativity, and encourage collaboration in the heart of this unique and thrilling destination!
In this article, we'll be going over:
Our Selected Corporate Retreat Venues for an Unforgettable Offsite.
The Must Do Indoor and Outdoor Team-Building Activities that Cater to Everyone’s Taste
1. Crockett’s Run: The Perfect Hocking Hills Escape for Forest Lovers and City Escapists
Are you dreaming of recharging your team’s batteries beneath tall pines and rock walls? Then Crockett’s Run, just 50 minutes from downtown Columbus, is your ultimate corporate retreat. Nestled on 56 acres of wooded terrain, it offers four lodges and two cabins in a scenic landscape where you will fall in love with nearby waterfalls, forest, and private lake.
At Crockett’s Run, your retreat runs smoothly with every essential tool at your fingertips in the Event Lodge, which caters up to 150 people. But there's more!
Explore Crockett’s Run State Park hiking trail, relax by the calm pond, or enjoy bonding over a bonfire. We guarantee that your experience is successful and, most importantly, unforgettable.
Get the best of camping at Crockett Run’s lodges and cabins, with a private lake and two waterfalls at your doorstep!
📍 Location:
Logan, Ohio
🛫 Logistics:
44 miles from Rickenbacker International Airport
55 miles from John Glenn Columbus International Airport
🏠 Property feature:
Event space for up to 150 guests
Guests can stay in lodges or cabins
🔎 What to explore:
Crockett’s Run State Park hiking trail or Buckeye Trail
Transforming the typical office atmosphere, the Burr Oak State Park Lodge brings you closer to Ohio's majestic nature, perfect to rekindle team spirit and enhance community bonds. Nestled within the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, where you can see white-tailed deer, squirrels, wild turkeys, and numerous bird species, you can count on comfortable accommodations and chef-inspired meals.
Burr Oak State Park Lodge provides a rare blend of comfort and adventure. Treat your team to a home-cooked meal after a day of hiking along the Chipmunk Trail or just relaxing at the Cardinal Dining Room and Bar.
Burr Oak State Park Lodge, your home away from home, is an ideal spot to embrace nature’s splendor. Explore hiking trails, hunting, geocaching, or fishing at the lake for an exciting and lasting retreat!
Plenty of natural light and scenic views of Burr Oak Lake make this retreat the oasis you’ve been looking for!
📍 Location:
Glouster, Ohio
🛫 Logistics:
46 miles from Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Airport
🏠 Property feature:
Four meeting rooms, accommodating up to 250 people
Lodges and cabins available
40 miles of hiking trails
Basketball, tennis, beach volleyball, shuffleboard and horseshoe courts
🔎 What to explore:
Stroll along the different trails: Lakeview Trail, Chipmunk Trail, Buckeye Loop, and Campground Trail
Situated in the heart of Ohio's picturesque Hocking Hills, the Wilderness Ridge Retreat Center is located in the heart of 83-acre rural campus, in a picturesque forest setting.
Less than an hour away from both Cincinnati and Dayton, the location offers an open-air chapel, cobblestone amphitheater, and pond, ideal for bonding time and brainstorming.
The Wilderness Ridge Retreat Center has a Corporate Team Development plan with multiple sessions tailor-made for business retreats. After a day of meetings, relish in the 5-star cuisine from the in-house chef.
Your business retreat just got an upgrade with the Wilderness Ridge Retreat Center, providing an unparalleled blend of work and pleasure amidst Ohio's serene countryside.
A familiar setting located amidst nature’s fascinating forest, ponds, and waterfalls.
Framed by the serenity of Ohio's countryside, Our Lady of the Pines Retreat Center is nestled on 68 acres of evergreen trees, perfect for your next business offsite.
As you step into the center, you’ll feel the hospitality that has greeted guests since 1925!
Located in Northwest Ohio, this retreat is 30 minutes south of Lake Erie and it’s an excellent space to relax and recharge. At Our Lady of the Pines, spend a "day away" enjoying the indoor facilities, like the on-site massage therapy, or the great outdoors.
Retreat planning is more than presentations and attendees. Offering a variety of conference spaces, this retreat transformed the journeys of over 5,000 guests each year.
With this stellar reputation, it's clear this is an exciting option for you and your team!
68-acres of evergreen trees surround this tranquil spot, perfect for unwinding in communion with nature.
5. Fairmount Mansion: A Victorian-Style Retreat that Will Immerse you in Historic Charm & Comfort
Looking for a retreat different from anything cliché? Then the Fairmount Mansion, a 9,000 square feet historic mansion, has what it takes to stand out in the crowd!
Picture your next strategy sessions taking place in a Victorian-style living room, accompanied by the cozy atmosphere of the fireplace. Challenge your team to a pool tournament or ping pong game after dinner!
The modern amenities and flexible meeting spaces make the Fairmount Mansion a top business retreat. With in-house masseuse and local catering available as added options, you'll have every convenience at your fingertips.
Embrace the charm of this historic mansion and watch it work its magic on your team’s dynamics and productivity!
Classic charm meets natural surroundings in this tranquil, historic retreat.
📍 Location:
Cleveland Heights, Ohio
🛫 Logistics:
20 miles from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
🏠 Property feature:
Meeting rooms for up to 12 people
10 bedrooms
Outdoor space with ponds, waterfalls, and lawn space
Walking distance to some of Cleveland's most popular restaurants, bars, and bakeries
Local catering (off-site)
🔎 What to explore:
Cain Park at Cleveland Heights
Horseshoe Lake Park
Forest Hill Park
Acacia Reservation
Daffodil Hill
The Must Do Team-Building Activities in Ohio
Ready to embark on an extraordinary journey in Ohio, the Buckeye State, where the spirit of adventure meets camaraderie? Check out the Must Do Team-Building Activities our TeamOut experts have put together just for you:
Hike and explore the picturesque trails of Horseshoe Lake Park and discover activities such as swimming, fishing, hiking, or horseshoe.
Visit the Acacia Reservation, in Cleveland Heights, a 55-acre former golf course that’s a hidden gem of the region!
Explore Lake Erie for a day of water sports and team adventures! Discover Presque Isle State Park, a stunning 3,200-acre sandy peninsula that arches into Lake Erie.
Adrenaline seekers will love Cedar Point, an amusement park located on a Lake Erie peninsula in Sandusky, Ohio! Don’t miss the chance to try out exciting roller coasters!
Paddle your way to team bonding with canoeing and kayaking along the tranquil waters of Burr Oak Lake!
Challenge your team to a horseback riding experience at Smoke Rise Ranch, an oasis for equestrian adventures!
At Bailey’s Trey System, explore new bike trails and add a touch of adventure to your business retreat.
Give back to nature and boost team cooperation with scavenger hunts or exciting race challenges in urban green havens like Smale Riverfront Park and Voinovich Park.
Unleash the Buckeye State’s potential and provide your team with a corporate retreat they will not forget!
Want to Plan your Next Offsite in Ohio? Ask our Retreat Gurus!
Now that you've discovered the appeal of locations like the Burr Oak State Park, Lake Erie, or Chipmunk Trail, you know that Ohio offers a unique blend of nature, tranquility, and team bonding experiences.
So why wait? Let our retreat gurus guide you in planning your next successful corporate retreat!
With a deep understanding of Ohio’s gems and landscapes, our retreat gurus bring firsthand experience to curate team-building activities that show the Buckeye State’s real essence:
Uncover exclusive retreat locations (and unbeatable prices!) that align with your business’s needs and budget, from Cleveland Heights to beautiful Crockett’s Run State Park;
Consult our tailor-made agendas with personalized, creative activities that your team is going to love, steering from anything too mundane and dull.
Rely on our expertise to present options that will meet everyone’s taste, from catering to accommodation.
Are you up for the challenge and ready to embark on your Ohio journey?
Book a free call with one of our experts today!
Together, let’s craft an exciting retreat with the best that the Buckeye State has to offer!
Thomas Mazimann, a French entrepreneur and former international kayaking athlete, transitioned from sports to tech after moving to the U.S. He co-founded TeamOut, revolutionizing team gatherings.
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